Des Lux Hotel

What a wonderful overall stay experience. The hotel staff made us feel like family from the very beginning. The room was fantastic and the location just so perfect for walks and restaurants. We stayed for our 40th anniversary and enjoyed a couple's massage as well as a candlelight champagne toast in our room after dinner. So very special. Thank you, Des Lux!

It was a girls get away and we had massages at the hotel. We were all very satisfied with the service. There was also a great breakfast available.

We had a fantastic stay, everyone goes above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Amazing free breakfast and great couples massage! Room is very comfortable and cozy. Easily walk to many restaurants and attractions! Highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed.

Parking was a lot easier than what you usually find in urban downtown hotels. Ten bucks a night directly across the street in a garage with plenty of availability. I was expecting a lot more hassle. We had an interior atrium room. I think the view would bother me if I was there long term, but for a night or two, it is nice because it is QUIET. People in downtown Des Moines seem to really enjoy taking the mufflers off their cars and gunning the engines, but we didn’t hear a thing from our room. The mattress and pillows were sumptuous. The blackout shades were very effective. I slept very well. Breakfast is surprisingly complimentary (again, unusual in a downtown luxury hotel). It was quite possibly the best hotel breakfast I have ever had in terms of variety. Whatever you want to eat, they have. There were a lot of coffee options besides the usual light and dark roast. The breakfast area was clean, and an attendant was monitoring the food. We needed to cancel a night, and the desk clerk was very gracious and polite. The Halloween decorations were macabre. I like Halloween just as much as anyone, but these had a Satanic vibe that creeped me out. I would usher any young children straight into the elevator, or you might have some trauma and drama. This was a minor issue and would not prevent me from staying here again.

This hotel has the largest rooms I've ever stayed in. Very clean and updated decor. The beds were really comfy with good linens.

Des Lux is a stunning property. The decor is lovely, the bed was comfortable and the inside room was wonderfully quiet for a downtown hotel. Thanks for a wonderful stay! And Mary at the front desk is a gem!

Unique vibe with great hospitality and cleanliness. Stayed multiple times and will stay again. This time, our room was a bit too warm for our comfort level, but this will not deter us from staying again.

Great location and hospitality. We Love the room ambiance. The hotel and rooms are decorated with a flare. There is a Cozy fireplace and sitting area. Comfortable bed. The breakfast choices are amazing. The lobby bar has nice drink choices and comfortable place to sit and chat.

Comfortable beds. Pillows are perfect. Building is very quiet. Well maintained facilities. I always sleep well there. Complimentary breakfast is outstanding in terms of the variety of hot and cold items offered. I have stayed here three times and it wil always be my first choice when staying in downtown Des Moines.